This extensive tome will be a must-read for those with a keen interest in psychology, philosophy, and cognitive science, and for those who want to embark on a deep dive into the significance of the mind.
Highly recommended for those interested in Chinese history and culture. For a more comprehensive examination of China's ecological history, see Robert Marks's China: Its Environment and History.
Although Ball doesn't shed new light on the subject, he possesses the gift of making complicated topics compelling and understandable. A substantial work in the history of science, this engaging title should appeal to serious readers, both academic and armchair.